Market MakeHer Podcast

The recent FOMC press conference revealed that federal reserve rates will remain unchanged, with three projected interest rate cuts by year's end. Discover how these shifts can affect your high-yield savings accounts, mortgages, and loans. The discussion dives into the balance between maximum employment and price stability, raising questions about what constitutes good or bad news. Key insights include the role of the Fed's balance sheet, how rate changes ripple through the economy, and what to expect for inflation and unemployment.

Explore your investment risk tolerance with insightful tips on navigating the risk pyramid. Understand how falling interest rates affect high yield savings accounts and the impact of inflation on cash holdings. Discover diverse investment strategies, from low-risk options like cash equivalents to high-risk assets such as crypto. Learn how the Fed's monetary policies play a crucial role in shaping market dynamics and what steps to take for your cash to effectively outpace inflation.

Dive into the intriguing world of $AAPL stock and why it's down while the S&P 500 rises. Discover the significance of market capitalization and the challenges Apple faces in a competitive landscape. Learn how to effectively compare ETFs like $VOO and $VTI using a handy tool, examining their composition, performance, and risk metrics. The hosts break down dividends and investor objectives, helping you decide which fund might align best with your goals. Tune in for valuable insights and market analysis!

Navigating investments near 40 is possible, and starting now is crucial! Cut expenses and invest aggressively to catch up. Homeownership can build equity for retirement, and Social Security benefits can be estimated online. Explore how our relationships with money—shaped by mindset and emotions—impact our financial decisions. Discover tips for staying logical with your finances while managing emotional influences. Plus, set the path for financial literacy with practical advice!

It's a Stock Market Tea Party, and you're invited! 🍵🍵In our Feb. 2024 SMU, Jess serves Jessie the tea on the recent earnings season (the winners of positive earnings and growth in the market last quarter with many companies beating expectations) and they specifically focus on Nvidia's impressive earnings and its role in the AI industry. The hosts also discuss the performance of consumer staples and consumer discretionary sectors. They explore analyst price targets and valuation, as well as the potential for building an AI portfolio. Finally, we touch on the impact of record profits on employees and prices. The conversation covers topics such as inflation, real wages, employment, housing market, interest rates, and the Federal Reserve's policy. Stay till the end for our silly, yet very real, stock market headlines. 😉Still Confused? Have More Questions or a Comment?Holla @ us on:Market MakeHer ⁠⁠website⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠@marketmakeherpodcast⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠@marketmakeher⁠⁠X/Twitter ⁠⁠@MarketMakeHer⁠⁠Join the Money Coven ⁠⁠FB Community⁠⁠👀 Watch us in action on our ⁠⁠YouTube Channel⁠⁠ 👀About UsMarket MakeHer is an investing education podcast and LLC with a mission to demystify the stock market and make financial literacy accessible to all self-directed investors! We believe that investing is for everyone and that's why we break down complex investing topics (from "Her" perspective), show you free tools/resources on our podcast, and offer a ton of free educational content on our ⁠website⁠!Important Disclosures:Market MakeHer podcast is unsponsored at the time of recording.Tools and resources mentioned are for informational and educational purposes only. Remember, investing involves risk, and there's always a potential for losses Support the showAsk Us a Question, Leave a Review, Follow, Subscribe:🔗All Market MakeHer Links 👀 ⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠ ✨ Jess Inskip: ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ✨ Jessie DeNuit: ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ Funny Finance Shirts and MerchAbout Us 🌚🌞 Market MakeHer is an investing education podcast taught by a 15-year finance expert to her friend, a beginner investor. Our mission is to demystify the stock market and make financial literacy accessible to all self-directed investors! We teach complex investing topics in a different way - from "Her" perspective. Important Disclosures:Investing involves risk. There is always potential to lose money when investing in securities. Market MakeHer LLC provides educational content and resources for informational purposes only. We are not registered financial advisors & do not provide personalized investment advice. Consult with a l...

Curious about backdoor Roth IRAs? The hosts break down how they work, income limits, and tax implications. They dive into the IRA aggregation rule, highlighting how all traditional IRAs count as one for conversions. Learn when rolling over a 401(k) could lead to taxes and the strategic benefits of conversions during low tax years. Plus, discover the five-year aging rule for withdrawals and tips for avoiding lifestyle creep while saving for retirement. Practical advice meets insightful discussion in this engaging exploration of retirement accounts!

Discover the best strategies for financial independence with insightful discussions on budgeting, savings, and investments. Learn the importance of building an emergency fund and prioritizing high-interest debt before diving into investments. Explore the advantages of Health Savings Accounts and the nuances between retirement and taxable accounts. Understand how to maximize company benefits and the right order of financial priorities as life changes. Plus, insightful tips for freelancers managing variable incomes!

Dive into the stock market through the whimsical lens of Taylor Swift! Learn how each song represents a company and how they generate revenue like hits on streaming. Discover the difference between IPOs and secondary markets using concert ticket sales as a metaphor. Explore how consumer behavior among Swifties can impact stock prices and what drives those prices to rise. With clever analogies throughout, this discussion turns complex financial concepts into relatable and entertaining insights!

This episode tackles intriguing questions about IRAs and 401(k)s, diving into the tax implications of rollovers. Listeners learn how to manage their employer 401(k) investments and discover they can control investment choices within those plans. The hosts also explore the possibility of having multiple IRAs while highlighting the importance of contribution limits. Tips on creating an effective investment strategy after a rollover are shared, ensuring you're set up to meet your financial goals.

Dive into the world of AI investment where it's all about understanding technology and market potential. Discover why some AI stocks are outperforming expectations, and learn the pitfalls of relying on stock-picking tools. Unpack the differences between the dot-com bubble and today's AI boom, focusing on revenue clarity. Explore who the key players are, from NVIDIA to early adopters like Shopify. Get insights on both B2B and B2C adoption rates, and why this matters for your portfolio.